Disability Impact Assessments
Evaluation of how a disability impacts your everyday function, informing funding, supports, and planning.
A disability impact assessment evaluates how a disability affects a person's everyday function and participation. Our occupational therapists assess the practical impact of disability on daily activities and prepare clear reports to inform funding, supports and planning.
The assessment considers your abilities, the activities you need or want to do, the assistance required and the environmental factors affecting participation.
What a disability impact assessment considers
- Daily living and self-care
- Mobility and transfers
- Communication and social participation
- Cognitive and executive function in daily tasks
- The level and type of assistance required
- Environmental barriers and supports
Who may benefit
A disability impact assessment may be relevant for:
- People applying for or reviewing NDIS funding
- Those whose support needs have changed
- People needing updated functional evidence
- Participants preparing for plan reassessment
Important note
HPNT provides clinical assessment and reporting. Funding decisions are made by the relevant body, such as the NDIA. We cannot guarantee a particular funding outcome.
Funding
Disability impact assessments may be funded through an NDIS plan or privately. We confirm the scope, costs and funding arrangements before proceeding.